Feeling the loss of their son who has cut all ties with the family, Vince McKee (David Morrissey) and his wife Ros (Claudie Blakley) have drifted further and further apart from each other emotionally. They blame themselves for Tim's departure and, feeling utterly helpless about finding a way to get him back, have become accustomed to living separate lives.

Vince has fallen into a rut and has tired of his job as a taxi driver. When his old friend Col (Ian Hart) resurfaces after a six-year stretch in prison, Vince's life is turned upside down when he accepts an offer to be the driver for a criminal gang. At first it's exciting, and the extra cash is extremely appealing when compared to his regular occupation. But as they prepare for a major job, Vince is confronted with a life-threatening situation that he can't overlook, setting in motion a series of events that puts not only him, but his family in grave danger.

When the police come knocking, Vince must make a deal, risking his life to save his family.

The Driver is the story of an ordinary man who, under extreme circumstances, gets a second chance…